James Gatess older brother, Thomas, is convinced a treasure lies hidden with someone or something named Charlotte. But James wants treasure that is more accessible. So when the first rumors of gold in California start spreading in 1848, Matthew eagerly leaves his family behind and goes West to seek his fame and fortune.As James makes his way across the growing United States he stumbles upon a wall of riddles that promise a fortune perhaps far greater than all the gold in California. But he is not the only one who seeks treasure. With the help of his friend Seamus Poole, James will have to find a way to the richesor risk losing the love of his life.